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Corning’s (GLW) net income was so low in Q3 2024 primarily due to declines in certain segments and the impact of non-cash adjustments. While segments like **Optical Communications** and **Display Technologies** posted strong gains, the **Environmental Technologies** segment saw a **24% year-over-year decline** due to lower sales volumes impacted by the Class 8 truck downcycle, and the **Hemlock and Emerging Growth Businesses** reported a **net loss of $12 million**, which was **50% worse year-over-year**. These adverse results, along with non-cash adjustments (such as mark-to-market losses on translated earnings contracts, restructuring charges, and other adjustments), significantly weighed on overall net income.  **[0001437749-24-032360_ex_708020.htm:2]** **[GLW_3404325_5]** **[0001437749-24-032360_ex_708020.htm:0]** **[0001437749-24-032360_ex_708020.htm:1]** **[GLW_3404325_4]** **[GLW_3404325_2]** **[0001437749-24-032912_glw20240930_10q.htm:29]** 

Why was Net Income so low in Q3 2024?

EPS turned negative in Q3 2024 primarily because of **non-cash, mark-to-market adjustments** related to the company's **translated earnings contracts and Japanese yen-denominated debt**. Additionally, **constant currency adjustments** and **non-cash asset write-off charges** contributed to the negative earnings result, reversing the positive trend seen in Q3 2023.  **[0001437749-24-032360_ex_708020.htm:1]** **[GLW_3404325_0]** 

Why did EPS turn negative in Q3 2024?

The substantial increase in **Operating Income** in Q4 2024 was driven by several factors. **Revenue growth** played a major role, with **net sales** increasing by **18% year-over-year**—boosted by strong performance in key segments like **Optical Communications** (sales up **51%** with a **93%** rise in its Enterprise business) and **Display Technologies** (up **12%**, aided by price increases and higher panel utilization).  **[0001628280-25-002912_glw-20241231xex99xq42024.htm:0]** **[0001628280-25-002912_glw-20241231xex99xq42024.htm:2]** **[GLW_3413521_3]**  Additionally, **improved margins** contributed significantly, as the **core operating margin** expanded by **220 basis points** through higher incremental profit from increased sales volumes and successful pricing strategies that mitigated currency impacts.  **[0001628280-25-002912_glw-20241231xex99xq42024.htm:0]** **[0001628280-25-002912_glw-20241231xex99xq42024.htm:2]** **[GLW_3413521_3]**  Consistent **cost management** and strategic initiatives, such as the **Springboard plan** aimed at further sales and margin enhancements, also supported the strong operating income growth.  **[0001628280-25-002912_glw-20241231xex99xq42024.htm:12]** **[0001628280-25-002912_glw-20241231xex99xq42024.htm:13]** **[GLW_3413521_1]** 

What drove the significant increase in Operating Income in Q4 2024?

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Total Assets were unusually low in Q2 2024 because of a significant decline in several key areas. **Cash and cash equivalents** dropped by **$360 million** (from **$1,779 million** to **$1,419 million**), **Property, Plant, and Equipment (net)** decreased by **$888 million**, **Other Assets** fell by **$239 million**, and **Goodwill/Intangible Assets** declined by **$84 million**. Collectively, these changes led to a total reduction of **$1,321 million** compared to the prior period.  **[0001437749-24-024494_glw20240630_10q.htm:2]** 

Why were Total Assets unusually low in Q2 2024?

The significant increase in the current portion of debt in Q2 2024 reflects an increase from **$320 million** at the end of December 31, 2023, to **$376 million** as of June 30, 2024.  **[0001437749-24-024494_glw20240630_10q.htm:2]**  However, the documents do not provide specific reasons for this change.  **[0001437749-24-024494_glw20240630_10q.htm:2]** 

What drove the significant increase in the current portion of debt in Q2 2024?

The documents do not provide a definitive reason for the decline in long-term debt in Q2 2024. However, the decrease may be attributed to **scheduled debt repayments** or **changes in the carrying value of debt** due to factors such as **foreign currency translation adjustments** or **fair value adjustments**. For instance, Corning utilizes **cross-currency swap contracts** to manage foreign exchange risks related to its Japanese yen-denominated debt, which can also impact the reported debt value.  **[0001437749-24-024494_glw20240630_10q.htm:2]** **[0001437749-24-024494_glw20240630_10q.htm:7]** 

Why did long-term debt decline noticeably in Q2 2024?

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